Spurs' Victor Wembanyama plans to 'disappear' from media after Britney Spears incident, Summer League debut

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San Antonio Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama plans to "disappear" from the media over the next few months after his Summer League debut was seemingly overshadowed by an incident involving a member of his security and pop singer Britney Spears. 

Speaking to reporters after his second game on Sunday in which he finished with 27 points and 12 rebounds, Wembanyama lamented his overall performance in the 85-80 loss to the Portland Trail Blazers.

Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs prepares to shoot a free throw against the Portland Trail Blazers in the second half of an NBA Summer League game on July 9, 2023, in Las Vegas. (Ethan Miller / Getty Images)

"I wish we would’ve won the game. I think I could’ve done more to help my team win this game," the 2023 No. 1 pick said. 

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"I think that, personally, I’m just – it’s normal to get better every game. Two days ago was my first game. I had so much s--- going on with the draft and the media and stuff, so it makes sense." 

"In the past month, I think basketball wasn’t even 50% of my schedule," Wembanyama said. "I can’t stand it. I know it’s a special moment in my life, but I’m glad it’s over. Honestly. I just want to hoop. I just want to work out, lift, because this is my life. Obviously, every first pick is going to go through this. And it just makes me better for the future."

But the media storm surrounding him after being picked first overall by the Spurs last month was overshadowed when on Wednesday night a member of Wembanyama’s security was accused of back-handing Britney Spears when